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Methyl 2-methylhexadecanoate

Also known as Hexadecanoic acid, 2-methyl-, methyl ester, Methyl 2-methylpalmitate, Methyl 2-methylhexadecanoic acid

CAS 2490-53-1Formula C18H36O2Molar mass 284.48 g/mol
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Methyl 2-methylhexadecanoate chemical structure, C18H36O2, CAS 2490-53-1
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CAS number
2490-53-1
Formula
C18H36O2
Molar mass
284.48 g/mol
HS code
291590
Category
Aliphatic and alicyclic building blocks

What is Methyl 2-methylhexadecanoate?

Plain description, key identifiers and synonyms

Methyl 2-methylhexadecanoate has been reported in Allium ampeloprasum.

Identifiers

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IUPAC name
methyl 2-methylhexadecanoate
CAS number
2490-53-1 CAS number cross-checked
Molecular formula
C18H36O2
InChIKey
OAMQXAKDCJRWHE-UHFFFAOYSA-N
InChI
InChI=1S/C18H36O2/c1-4-5-6-7-8-9-10-11-12-13-14-15-16-17(2)18(19)20-3/h17H,4-16H2,1-3H3
SMILES (canonical and isomeric)
CCCCCCCCCCCCCCC(C)C(=O)OC

Synonyms

  • Hexadecanoic acid, 2-methyl-, methyl ester
  • Methyl 2-methylpalmitate
  • Methyl 2-methylhexadecanoic acid
  • DL-alpha-Methylpalmitic acid methyl ester
  • methyl 2-methylhexadeca-noate
  • 2-Methyl-palmitylic acidmethyl ester
  • DL-?-Methylpalmitic acid methyl ester
  • 2-Methyl-hexadecyl-carboxylic acid methyl ester

Physical and chemical properties

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Physical and chemical properties

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Computed descriptors

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Molecular weight
284.48 g/molcalc.
Exact mass
284.2715 Dacalc.
LogP (octanol/water)
5.89calc.
Topological polar surface area
26.3 Ųcalc.
Hydrogen bond donors
0calc.
Hydrogen bond acceptors
2calc.
Rotatable bonds
14calc.
Heavy atoms
20calc.
Rings
0calc.
Aromatic rings
0calc.
Fraction sp3 carbons
0.94calc.
Formal charge
0calc.
Stereocentres
1calc.
Lipinski rule of five
Passes (1 violation)calc.

Calculated for screening. Confirm critical figures with the supplier.

Safety and hazards

GHS classification summary, not a safety data sheet

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Uses and applications

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Regulatory status

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HS code and trade data

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Global trade

World import and export statistics for the HS code Methyl 2-methylhexadecanoate is traded under.

HS 2915.90Indicative HS code

Saturated acyclic monocarboxylic acids, anhydrides, halides, peroxides, peroxyacids and halogenated…

World exports in 2024
$3.42B
+5.6% vs 2023, imports $3.55B
2019 to 2024
Top exporters
  1. Indonesia15.9%
  2. Germany13.0%
  3. Malaysia12.4%
Top importers
  1. China14.4%
  2. Netherlands11.7%
  3. United States11.5%
Reported customs values in USD, not prices.Full trade data

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Frequently asked questions

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What is Methyl 2-methylhexadecanoate?

Methyl 2-methylhexadecanoate has been reported in Allium ampeloprasum.

What is the CAS number of Methyl 2-methylhexadecanoate?

The CAS registry number of Methyl 2-methylhexadecanoate is 2490-53-1.

What is the molecular formula and weight of Methyl 2-methylhexadecanoate?

The molecular formula of Methyl 2-methylhexadecanoate is C18H36O2 and its molar mass is 284.48 g/mol.

What is Methyl 2-methylhexadecanoate used for?

Known uses and roles of Methyl 2-methylhexadecanoate include building blocks in research and laboratory.

Is Methyl 2-methylhexadecanoate hazardous?

No GHS hazard classification for Methyl 2-methylhexadecanoate is recorded on CompoundList yet. That does not prove it is safe. Always read the supplier safety data sheet.

What is the HS code of Methyl 2-methylhexadecanoate?

Methyl 2-methylhexadecanoate is usually classified under HS code 291590 (Saturated acyclic monocarboxylic acids and their anhydrides, halides, peroxides and…). This is indicative, confirm it with your customs broker before shipping.

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